Are you looking for a new LiftMaster garage door opener? Our handy 87504 v 84501 comparison table compares the features, pricing, and availability of these two popular LiftMaster openers. LiftMaster recently announced they are retiring the 84501 in favor of the 87504, so we don’t recommend buying clearance or available 84501 since they’re being phased out.
Comparison Chart
Available Yes Discontinued – available while supplies last Series Elite Premium Description DC LED Battery Backup Belt Drive Wi-Fi with Integrated Camera DC LED Belt Drive Wi-Fi 7′ Installed Price $1,230 $699 8′ Installed Price $1,290 $699 10′ Installed Price $1,380 $799 Model Number Replaced 85503-267, WLED, 8550WLB 8355W Built-in Bluetooth & Wi-Fi & MyQ Compatible Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Integrated Camera Yes No Battery Backup Yes No Lighting Side to Side Integrated LED, 2,000 Lumens Side to Side Integrated LED, 1,500 Lumens Soft Start/Stop & Timer-to-Close Yes/Yes Yes/No Mounting Type Ceiling Ceiling Motor Warranty Lifetime Lifetime Parts Warranty 5 Years 1 Year Replacement Logic Board 050DCTB 050DCTB Drive Type
? Belt Belt Motor Type DC DC Power 120V AC, 60 Hz voltage, 2.7A current rating, UL listed, 6′ power cord (3-prong) 120V AC, 60 Hz voltage, 6A current ratings, UL Listed, 4′ power cord (3-prong) Speed 9″ Per Second Up, 6.5″ Per Second Down 7.2″ Per Second Up, 7.2″ Per Second Down BrochureFeatures
LiftMaster 87504
vs LiftMaster 84501
LiftMaster 87504 Reviews
Rating: 3.9
Qty: 50 Reviews
Favorable Review
Review: 5 Stars
Source: LiftMaster Corporate Site
Review: “I love this opener, It has all the bells and whistles a modern smart product should have!”
Critical Review
Review: 2 Stars
Source: LiftMaster Corporate Site
Review: “Had a vendor install the opener to replace a Chamberlain (from 1999). Chamberlain = Lift Master, so should be fine, right? Chose the top of the line model.
Initial installation went fine. Downloaded the app, can’t run the app without creating an account online. That’s not good. Then we tried to configure the thing. First, it wouldn’t load the door / motor / device into my new (required) Lift Master online account. Then it did. But the camera wouldn’t show up as an installed device or even an available device to be added. Lift Master tech support (a special line for the vendor) determined the logic board was incorrectly configured (“flashed incorrectly”) and the whole thing needs to be replaced. We get to start again next week when he has a brand new motor in hand. Oh, joy…
The required online account to even use the app bugs me. I don’t trust a vendor having direct access to my garage door, which it seems they do (revealed through the troubleshooting process). May downgrade to a less “intelligent” option if I can’t get comfortable with their security measures.”
LiftMaster 87504 Price
At Doorvana Garage Doors, we charge between $699 and $1,380 for the 87504. The price depends on multiple factors. First, our builders pay less than homeowners because they order between 20 – 100+ per year and receive a substantial trade discount. Second, the garage door height impacts the price. We charge different ranges for 7′, 8′, and 10′ tall garage doors. Lastly, our labor rates are different if we are installing an opener into a new construction opening vs replacing an existing operator.
LiftMaster 87504 Manuals
Click here to download the 87504-267 product guide.
LiftMaster 87504 Pictures
LiftMaster 84501 Reviews
Rating: 3.5
Qty: 24 Reviews
Favorable Review
Review: 5 Stars
Source: LiftMaster Corporate Site
Review: “OMG, Our new L.M. 84501 is way better than what our garage door guy sold us. It is a very quiet belt drive and the LED lights are fabulous in our dark garage. Our old opener could wake our neighbors it was so loud. This one, you can not hear it inside at all.”
Critical Review
Review: 1 Star
Source: LiftMaster Corporate Site
Review: “Do not get Liftmaster until they have a fix for their RF interference. Our 2 new units were installed 2 months ago. They only work 10% of the time. Our installer told us this is a manufacturer issue and so far there is no fix for this.”
LiftMaster 84501 Manuals
LiftMaster 84501 Pictures
Choosing a Garage Door Opener
Garage door openers come with different features depending on price and manufacturer. At Doorvana, we primarily install LiftMaster operators because their best-in-class technology makes our clients’ lives easier. If you’re in North Texas and are shopping for openers, please call us at 817-500-5988 or contact us here. We’d love to talk through your available options and what’s popular.
